Apple appears to be in the process of developing a new MacBook featuring an all-glass display, as indicated by a recently granted patent. This anticipated device may replace the traditional hardware keyboard with an on-screen version, akin to the Asus Zenbook Duo OLED.
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Additionally, there are rumors suggesting the inclusion of a shaker module designed to produce low-frequency audio output.
It is important to note that this is not the first instance of such an Apple device being reported; discussions regarding the development of this MacBook have emerged over the past few years, and this latest patent further substantiates the possibility of its realization.
A patent issued by the US Patent and Trademark Office (as reported by PatentlyApple) suggests that Apple may be working on a novel electronic device that would provide text input capabilities through its user interface when activated.
When not in use for text input, the device is expected to serve other functions, similar to the various surfaces of its casing. This aspect is believed to encompass a virtual keyboard and trackpad on the proposed MacBook.
In addition to a fully glass exterior, the alleged MacBook is said to feature a “shaker module.” The patent documentation indicates that this module could produce controlled vibrations through low-frequency output.
The proposed shaker module can be affixed to various surfaces of the device while adhering to height limitations and may be capable of simulating low-frequency sounds in devices that lack the space for dedicated components.
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